Data Science and Optimization Internship

The Role

Energy Toolbase (ETB) is seeking software developer interns for our Data Science and Optimization Team for a 16-month internship from May 2027 until August 2028. During your internship at ETB, you will focus on, optimization and forecasting for our three core products that allow you to model, intelligently control, and monitor distributed energy storage (ESS) and photovoltaic systems. You will work on several potential applications ranging from ESS financial optimization challenges to forecasting data for building loads and solar generation. You will have the opportunity to combine your experience with ours and use your skills in mathematics, cloud computing, machine learning, data analysis, and real-time operations to provide best-in-class solutions to the challenges that face tomorrow’s energy systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Write data science and optimization related software using the most appropriate development methodologies
• Design, implement, and test software features utilizing our extensive suite of development tools and a combination of Typescript, and Python languages
• Write unit and integration tests for developed functionality
• Conduct research, analysis, and prototyping in support of new areas of product development
• Work with Product Management to deliver features and functionality that provide exceptional user experience
• Participate in all aspects of the software development process, including requirements definition (user stories), high-level designs, sizing and estimating exercises, code reviews, documentation, and testing

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge in software languages such as Python and Typescript/JS
• Excellent mathematical and analytical acumen
• Familiar with Linux systems
• Familiar with Docker containerization technologies
• Well-developed communication skills
• Strong commitment to quality
• Ability to work in a team or as an individual

Education Experience

• Currently enrolled in 3rd year studies in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related program